Life's a Mitch Podcast

My next guest is a single mum of two based in Sydney, Australia. Having completed her journalism degree in 2011, she’s spent the past decade working in PR across both the public and private sectors. These days, she’s a part-time media adviser, and, on her days off from the corporate world, an aspiring indie author with big dreams. Creative writing, including poetry, is her joy. She considers putting pen to paper to be an exquisite art, free therapy, and a form of meditation meet Dana Da Silva

We talk about her life before the release of her book "The Shift",

We talk about the challenges associates with self publishing , The early stages of her career and discovering she had obsessive compulsive disorder , her amazing travels throughout the self discoveries she made this and much more.

This is dead set one of the funniest conversations I've had on this show this is a Mitch guarantee you'll laugh at this EP the bitchy with Mitchy ....

I encourage you all to get in touch with Dana order her book and much more ... This book may have been written By Dana Da Silva but this content IS DANA DA GOLD !!!!!!

Instagram Handle For Dana .

@WriterDanaDaSilva

On this weeks episode I'd love to introduce a new first time published author Bruce Lowery.

Propelled by the collapse of an intense love affair, eighteen-year-old Bruce Lowery sets off from his home in the Dandenong Ranges in Victoria for a yearlong adventure in 1968.

Unexpectedly armed with a letter of permission from his father, Bruce and various mates hitch-hike to the remotest corners of outback Australia. They master the rudiments of fettling and sheep mustering, and find lodgings in some of the most isolated places on the planet. It’s hard yakka under the hot Australian sun, and encounters with wildlife are part and parcel of the experience.

It is an era when social mores are changing and young men and women have more sexual freedoms than ever before, yet Bruce still chafes against the conservative views he comes up against. His long blonde hair is considered an impediment to employment, but he’ll be damned if he’s going to cut it.

As Bruce struggles to come to terms with the ambiguity surrounding his relationship back in Victoria, he encounters a host of colorful characters who amuse, alarm and inspire him. From the middle-aged nurse with an unhealthy interest in young men’s testicles, to the drunken railway ganger and the law-evading jackaroo, join Bruce as he travels vast distances across this wide brown land.

sit back and enjoy a relaxed chat about the book , Bruce as a person and more I think you'll enjoy this chat.

Find links for Bruce's book and interact with him at

https://www.brucelowery.com/

On this episode I'd love to introduce a dedicated professional in the field of alternate dispute resolution, specialising in family mediation and restorative justice practices I'd love to introduce the very kind , professional and dedicated Rosemary Gatusso

In her role as a family dispute resolution practitioner, she has guided numerous families through separation with a focus on respect and the well-being of children. Rosemary actively contributes to various Restorative Justice panels for government agencies.

With a commitment to a trauma-informed and strengths-based approach, Rosemary remains present with her clients as they navigate changes and challenges. Beyond her practice, she extends her impact as a facilitator, sharing valuable insights with mediators and mental health practitioners and promoting a strengths-based lens in their work.

Take a listen to Rosemary's story from her earliest fandom , to her studies at Harvard through to today and her rise in the professional world , and also hear about her book to aid in those who are chronic over thinkers like herself , myself and many others.

If you'd like to interact with Rosemary or if you're interested in discovering the group for authors as mentioned find the links below thanks again Mitch

www.rosemarygattuso.com

www.asauthors.org.au

My next guest is a very talented individual she is a Journalist, Writer, Presenter, Media Consultant and Master of Ceremonies, she has spent 20 years in Australian television as a reporter, producer and presenter I would like you all to meet Nicole Webb.

A key player at 24 hour news channel Sky News for a decade, when she and her hotelier husband moved to Hong Kong in 2010 and then Xi’an, North West China in 2014, she was quickly able to establish herself as the creative go-to-girl for anything media related in Asia-Pacifica.

As communications are her specialty, her work has included hosting premier business awards in Hong Kong, China and the Philippines, presenting corporate videos across China and media training and consulting for Hong Kong and Australian companies; as well as a guest on RTHK Radio 3’s morning show as an expert blogger. Her wide-ranging articles from lifestyle to political pieces are regularly published in magazines and online publications around the globe.

Her biggest achievement today though (besides mastering chopsticks) is navigating life in a foreign countries, namely 2nd tier China and currently resides in Singapore.

She has also released a book called “ China blonde” which was released in 2020.she is currently a book Author publicist working with upcoming and talented author’s .

In China Blonde she also adds her personal stories and the warmth and humor please sit back and relax I hope you all enjoy this chat and please feel free to find Nicole's website and Instagram handle below.

www.nicolewebbonline.com

@nicolewebbbookpublicity

On this ep I once again speak to relationship and dating guru Kim Dunlop. On her third appearance we speak about the topic of rejection in the dating world and how to navigate dealing with potential heartbreak.

Further to this I ask Kim ways and techniques of what we can do as individuals to bring our confidence levels up and how to successfully put ourselves back in the dating world.

Listeners will know Kim has had many years as an accredited relationship expert helping those attract their ideal partner.

If you'd like to learn more about Kim or utilize her services contact her at:

www.thedatingdoctor.com.au

Cheers Mitch

On this episode I've done something I haven't done for a while and done a cross platform release episode.

I'd love to introduce my Friend a very talented podcaster a motor sports enthusiast and a true genuine fan of life David Haddon .

Chat with the Hat is David's podcast where he dives into all things motorsport , interviews , analysis of race meets and more.

We deep dive into each others stories , the genesis of our podcasts and more .

If you're into motorsports this is the pod for you please check out David's podcast streaming at all major podcast stores!

Cheers Mitch

Ladies and gentlemen my next guest has just about done everything in the game of NRL (National Rugby League) . He has won premierships , played state of origin , Represented not 1 but 2 nations , In Australia and Ireland , Played Country Rugby League Rep footy , Represented Two First Grade clubs (Melbourne and Canberra)

After his 10 year career as a player he has gone onto various successful coaching roles for another 10 years and still going strong.

He is currently an Assistant Coach at the Gold Coach Titans and has been apart of the coaching staff of the Australian Side , The Canberra Raiders and will join the coaching staff in the 2024 State of Origin Series for NSW.

It is of course the extremely humble , kind , tough and talented Brett White . He opens up about his stellar career revisiting some of the highs and lows . We talk about premiership titles he won as a player and even the controversial salary cap scandal in the 2009-2010 seasons and plenty more as he offers a rare insight as both a player and coach.

I think every rugby league fan should give this a listen as it gives insight as to what its like to play and coach at the top level .

I thoroughly enjoyed this episode I hope you all enjoy

Cheers Mitch

This ladies and gentlemen is in my top 5 episodes to date. For those of you who are regular listeners know I am from Newcastle NSW Australia and those of you who happen to be from part of this world will be familiar with my next guest.

This generous , talented , funny and inspiring individual has blessed us with over 40 years of entertainment so far as well as countless hours of guest speaking and untold amounts of charity work .

I'd love to introduce Super Hubert a humble , kind and funny individual who has emersed himself into Newcastle legend.

Whether you've seen his live shows , seen him on TV or heard him on radio you'll know Super always makes those around him smile and feel better .

I invite you to listen to some of the hilarious and heart warming stories from this gentlemen's life and perhaps reflect on a moment in your life you may have had interactions with this legend.

Hubert does so much and asks for so little in return he is truly kind It also may not be well known he has received a prestigious Order of Australia Medal for his years of entertainment and charity work.

So please take a listen and if you're interested in booking Hubert for a show in future please find all the details at his website below :

https://superhubert.com.au/

Warning - This podcast includes references to potentially triggering topics of conversation if you feel yourself being triggered it is advised that you contact a free professional counselling service like

Beyond Blue -

1300 22 4636 (In Australia)

Happy 2024 everyone and welcome to the first Ep for the year . On this episode I speak with Australian True crime podcaster Ali Joy as we take a deep dive into the genesis of her career and projects she has worked on.

True crime has captivated and has been the number 1 listened to Genre of podcasts in Australia for a number of years now. This project focuses on young children's lives and how their lives were tragically cut short.

Her podcast "Stolen Lives True Crime" are easily consumable episodes that are enjoyable in the way they are structured. they are insightful , informative and professionally constructed.

I met Ali as we matched on bumble, so this is an interesting way to have a conversation, she was kind and extremely professional when sharing her story. I advise you to check it out and if you want to interact with Ali's socials, please find them below.

Cheers Mitch

Alis Socials Are Below:

https://www.facebook.com/stolenlivespodcast

https://www.instagram.com/stolen_lives_podcast_/

On this week's episode I speak to Sean Payne.

Sean has been in the entertainment industry for 20 plus years and shares his experiences of running a record label company plus being front man of the band Cyanotic.

Please feel free to interact with Sean and his social media group and feel free to stream all of his music in the links below.

I hope you enjoy.

M

https://glitchmoderecordings.bandcamp.com/?fbclid=IwAR1KTRCXfICD6FcJ58iYRG7YXmbWWaq7H77F10Xr2NUq4koSS5aq6DgDJMU

https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=rvlcpMPyuZ58RGst&fbclid=IwAR2hzc2kvAYw9alwEhR5zZszGs3DO6agj41YQ9mZOEFLb8p_jucdlKW2dbc&v=pR3XjIxX5xo&feature=youtu.be